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Games Like DDS Defenders Dark Side

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action-Adventure, Action, Hack and Slash, Fantasy.

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Are you ready to fight against hordes of monsters? Choose your Hero and start a journey through the kingdoms of Entelos, defend the magic stone from the forces of the evil King of Darkness! Orcs, Lizardmen, Dark Elven, Undeads, Dark Knights, Demons and Dragons are searching you!

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Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Mythrealm
    82% matchPositive86% of 35 reviews2025
    Dev: Delta Video GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows

    The Wizards of Zelenar have vanished and darkness is seeping into the world. Play as Alaris, heroic adventurer and sleuth, on her quest to rescue the wizards and save the land of Arloria from demon invasion! Delve into a new fantasy adventure RPG and discover the secrets of the Mythrealm.

    Why similar: Dragons 16.8%, Souls-like 12.8%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Dungeon Crawler 9.7%, 3D Platformer 8.2%

  2. #2 The Dark Heart of Balor
    82% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2026
    Dev: Game Artists, LLC
    Windows

    Archdemon Balor has opened the Gate of Hell into the human realm and hordes of demons and monsters have flooded into your world destroying everything in their path. You must protect those who are still alive and ultimately destroy Balor to close the Gate.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 14.1%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.8%, 3D Platformer 10.6%, Dungeon Crawler 10.1%

  3. #3 Slay The Berserker
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Advance Garde
    Windows

    Slay The Berserker: A solo developer's 3D hack and slash dark fantasy game with 2000's retro style. Find your path with stylish platforming movements as you slay enemies in half. Face challenging bosses across diverse biomes in your quest to Slay The Berserker.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.8%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, 3D Platformer 14.2%, Action RPG 8.3%, Platformer 8.3%

  4. #4 Roar of Revenge
    80% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2021
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

    A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.2%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Souls-like 11.8%, Platformer 8.9%

  5. #5 SoulForge
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CodingQuests
    Windows

    Harness the power of a corrupted blade as you navigate forgotten ruins, kill monsters, and balance your soul between power and corruption in this dark, atmospheric dungeon souls-like game!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 15.9%, Souls-like 15%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Action RPG 9%

  6. #6 Breaking Gates
    79% matchMostly Positive77% of 110 reviews2020
    Dev: Ylun GamesPub: Nuntius Games
    Windows

    Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.1%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Metroidvania 13.9%, Action RPG 10.3%

  7. #7 Fading Skies
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Distant Blue
    Windows

    Join forces with your cat-sized dragon companion and embark on a vibrant, story-driven action-adventure full of mystery and magic. As Ryn, dash and fly through a world on the brink of collapse, battle dark creatures, and soar to new heights to confront the shadows of a forgotten past.

    Why similar: Dragons 21.2%, Souls-like 14%, Metroidvania 13.7%, 3D Platformer 11.6%, Action RPG 8.5%

  8. #8 Koatl the defender : The Lost Tunnels
    76% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: Oribe Ware
    Windows

    Koatl the Defender, the Lost Tunnels is an action platform video game set in the Koatl the Defender universe, published by Codex Studio.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Metroidvania 13.5%, 3D Platformer 11.7%, Action RPG 11.3%

  9. #9 Rise of Koreth
    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 34 reviews2024
    Dev: Vizzini Games
    Windows

    Uncover the mysteries of Koreth's resting place in this exciting hack n slash, dungeon crawler, platformer adventure.

    Why similar: Souls-like 21.6%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, 3D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 7.5%

  10. #10 Zorro and Zedd
    74% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Cloud Control Games
    Windows

    Slay Dragons, collect magical gems, unlock ancient powers, and adventure through the mystical land of Dundalk as Zorro and Zedd. Vanquish the dreaded Dragon Lords, defeat the Dragon King, and retake your Homeland for all Bat-kind!

    Why similar: Dragons 27.5%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, 3D Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Platformer 7.6%

  11. #11 Juvenate
    73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Astrolot Games
    Windows

    Juvenate is a 2.5D platformer where players will journey across three distinct levels—each featuring unique environments, enemies, and mechanics.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.1%, Action RPG 13.2%, Metroidvania 13.1%, 3D Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

  12. #12 Astor: Blade of the Monolith
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 185 reviews2024
    Dev: C2 Game StudioPub: Versus Evil
    Windows

    Rip through hordes of enemies with fury and style in this fast-paced action RPG. Play as Astor, a young warrior determined to unveil the secrets behind his creators’ unforeseen demise. Wield an arsenal of runic weapons to hunt down the evil haunting the planet Gliese and save it from impending doom.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.3%, Hack and Slash 16%, Metroidvania 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.6%, Action RPG 11.1%

  13. #13 To The Hall Of The Mountain King
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Affordable Care Games
    Windows

    3D hack and slash platforming action adventure in which your mission is to rescue your cat and carry out a coup against the king who ordered cat's abduction.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.2%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Souls-like 12.9%, 3D Platformer 11.3%, Action RPG 10.2%

  14. #14 DEAD DAYLIGHT
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2025
    Dev: KARMIU
    Windows

    "DEADDAYLIGHT" is a side-scrolling platform action-adventure game.Developed independently by a single person. It tells the dark story of a protagonist who wakes up from a nightmare about the plague during a plague after the gods abandoned the earth, and then return to the Cathedral of Holy Light.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.9%, Metroidvania 13.8%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Souls-like 12.7%, Action RPG 10%

  15. #15 GO, GO, Knight!
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Richard Shock
    Windows

    Long live the brave knight! He is ready to fight skeletons and dodge traps to save this world ... or he just wants to find ancient treasures. It doesn't matter - GO, GO, Knight!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 13.6%, Souls-like 11.7%, Side Scroller 11%, Dungeon Crawler 10.4%, 3D Platformer 9.1%

  16. #16 VonGarland Castle : Sacrilege of the Night
    72% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: Ash JacksonPub: Monster Robot Studios
    Windows · Mac

    VonGarland Castle : Sacrilege of the Night a love letter to action platformer classics like Castlevania, Super Metroid and Mega Man X.

    Why similar: Dragons 17.2%, Metroidvania 12.9%, Gothic 11%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Hack and Slash 10%

  17. #17 HunterX: code name T
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 145 reviews2023
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows

    HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.7%, Souls-like 15.9%, Hack and Slash 14%, Action RPG 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.6%

  18. #18 Stone
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Heijingshi
    Windows

    "Stone" is an action-adventure game, a 3D Metroidvania. You are led to an unknown world, given a stone body, and given the ability to change into various forms. You explore and fight in this unknown world and finally solve the mystery of this world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.3%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, 3D Platformer 14.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Action RPG 9%

  19. #19 Spark Vs The Marshmallows
    71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Jacob D LipskyPub: NinjaJD Productions
    Windows

    4 Player Plug-and-Play co-op/solo adventure. MUSICAL BOSS FIGHTS! LEVEL PROGRESSION! Unlockable abilities. A SWING ability. This is Spark, where you play as a tiny flame to fight through varieties of Marshmallow enemies to save your fellow flames!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.9%, Metroidvania 13.6%, 3D Platformer 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%

  20. #20 Draco Knight
    71% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: TeamHen
    Windows

    Don your armor and take up the spear and shield. Draco Knight is a brutally difficult action platformer with a hint of metroidvania that utilizes twin stick controls to provide an intricate and hard to master gameplay. Prepare yourself for a fast paced, action packed and exciting combat experience.

    Why similar: Dragons 20.6%, Beat 'em up 16.9%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Metroidvania 15%, Souls-like 14.1%

  21. #21 Seal of Shadows
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cris Litvin
    Windows · Mac

    In the shadowed realms of Banesmeire, the shattered Seal of Shadows unleashes nightmarish hordes. Explore 20+ hours of hand-crafted levels, upgrade skills, loot gear, and uncover dark lore. Forge your legend today!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.9%, Dragons 17%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Dungeon Crawler 9.2%

  22. #22 INFEROS NUMINE : descent into darkness
    69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: 2.5D Gaming Studio
    Windows

    Forge your path through the unknown kingdom. Explore a variety of landscapes and caverns infested with vast monsters and creatures. Battle your way through and explore the kingdom in this 2.5D Style shooter-platform-fighting game.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 16.4%, Dragons 16.3%, Metroidvania 14.5%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Souls-like 12.8%

  23. #23 Glyde The Dragon™: Prologue
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 127 reviews2024
    Dev: Valefor Games Ltd.
    Windows

    A standalone action adventure game where you play as a dragon! Use 8 elemental forms with more than 60 different abilities to defeat your foes! Explore the environment, collect crystals, complete puzzles and save other dragons!

    Why similar: Dragons 34%, 3D Platformer 12.9%, Souls-like 11.8%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 9.6%

  24. #24 Insect Adventure
    71% matchPositive84% of 25 reviews2021
    Dev: MAYO-FORCE LLC
    Windows

    In this high speed action focused metroidvania, cute bug critters face off against dark abominations from the abyss. Grab a hammer and unleash fury on soulless beasts while blasting through open ended underground zones where you dictate the pace.

    Why similar: Dragons 20.1%, Beat 'em up 15.3%, Metroidvania 13.2%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Side Scroller 10.4%

  25. #25 VELASTER
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 75 reviews2026
    Dev: ODYSSEYER
    Windows

    VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.8%, Souls-like 16.3%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Action RPG 10%, Gothic 9.3%

  26. #26 Crowsworn
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 16.8%, Hack and Slash 15%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Platformer 9.7%

  27. #27 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
    65% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
    Windows

    Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 16.6%, Souls-like 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 8.8%

  28. #28 HunterX
    67% matchVery Positive84% of 718 reviews2022
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.1%, Souls-like 18.6%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Action RPG 12.3%, Hack and Slash 8.8%

  29. #29 Blue Fire
    66% matchVery Positive81% of 3,028 reviews2021
    Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.6%, Souls-like 16.4%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, 3D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 9.1%

  30. #30 Beholgar
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 358 reviews2022
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Dragons 17.3%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%

  31. #31 Bor Dungeon
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Spikebor Games
    Windows

    Smashing your way across dark dungeons with your huge hammer to destroy all your enemies and obtain legendary loots in this cute top-down action/platformer rpg.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.1%, 3D Platformer 17.1%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Action RPG 14.4%, Platformer 9.3%

  32. #32 Death's Door
    65% matchVery Positive93% of 21,019 reviews2021
    Dev: Acid NervePub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

    Why similar: Souls-like 19.2%, 3D Platformer 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Metroidvania 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%

  33. #33 Primordium: Eclipse
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AmatsuKaze
    Windows

    “The fate of this world rests on a girl’s decision.” From the mysterious Remnant Room emerges another realm, ruled by the Zaihaku (Glitch)—once human, now twisted into monsters by their sins. Strengthen your power to forge weapons at will, surpass your limits, and fight to reclaim your world.

    Why similar: Souls-like 21.5%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Dungeon Crawler 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Platformer 7.9%

  34. #34 ZeroChance
    68% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2021
    Dev: Tamashii
    Windows

    We try to survive by killing the creatures we encounter in each level.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.8%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Souls-like 15.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%, Action RPG 9.6%

  35. #35 SlipBreak™
    66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: conceptyphoon
    Windows

    Created, Directed, and Developed by Raidon Amakobe. conceptyphoon® SlipBreak™ Version Nature "0.0.1" is the 2nd iteration of the SB Franchise in Early Access. Featuring four stages of combat with unique enemy types, VFX, an introduction to the lore, and an upgraded UI system.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.8%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, 3D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 8.5%

  36. #36 Rune Fencer Illyia
    65% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nootbox Games
    Windows

    Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.4%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Souls-like 15%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 9.1%

  37. #37 Being and Becoming
    65% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
    Windows

    Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 18.4%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action RPG 10.4%

  38. #38 The Darkblade
    64% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: MikalyhPub: Lyh Project
    Windows

    The Darkblade is a souls-like 2D singleplayer RPG where you battle through cursed lands, master deadly combat, and uncover the truth behind a mysterious stone core—all while adventuring with a loyal, cute companion by your side.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.4%, Souls-like 14.1%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Action RPG 12.4%

  39. #39 Teared
    64% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Juan-ModPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Embark on a thrilling 3D arcade action-platformer adventure in Teared. Travel through 9 challenging levels filled with epic bosses and a variety of deadly creatures. Are you ready for this epic journey?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.7%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Arcade 10.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Beat 'em up 8.7%

  40. #40 Mortal Darkness
    64% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Dark Faction Games
    Windows

    “One grim dawn and noble I wake, The darkness is rampant, our oath shall break. A noble warrior soon shall rise, and clear the air of the darkened skies.”

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.3%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Dragons 16.9%, Action RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 10.1%

  41. #41 The Curse of Tethria
    64% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Andrew PiperPub: Threax Software
    Windows

    Explore dungeons, avoid traps, fight monsters and progress through a hand-crafted world. Defeat your enemies with action combat using your sword and shield, the tools you find and items from the environment. Can you overcome these challenges to end the curse and restore the world from evil?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, 3D Platformer 14.6%, Dungeon Crawler 13.2%, Platformer 8.8%

  42. #42 Beware of Dog
    64% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: DSW Games
    Windows

    Beware Of Dog is a fast paced Action Adventure game with RPG elements set in eclectic insane world where our heroes grandpa Domkrat and his faithful Dog embark on their journey to buy some meat.

    Why similar: Dragons 17.9%, Beat 'em up 17.7%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Souls-like 12.9%, Action RPG 9.3%

  43. #43 POEM EX MACHINA
    63% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Amaury Hyde
    Windows

    Anime style, Ride X Fight, fast paced game.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.3%, Beat 'em up 16.9%, 3D Platformer 13.2%, Action RPG 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%

  44. #44 Dragon Mission
    65% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2021
    Dev: Ideal Games
    Windows

    Order in Chaos is kidnapping all the leaders of Dragonia, only Calanguito can stop them. Your chance to become a hero you've always dreamed of, in this action-packed game.

    Why similar: Dragons 34.2%, Beat 'em up 23.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Hack and Slash 8.3%, Arcade 6.8%

  45. #45 Skydom
    64% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: Soaring Games
    Windows · Mac

    Skydom is a single-player campaign (3rd and 1st person) set in medieval times. Swords clash, Arrows fly, and dragons roar.

    Why similar: Dragons 29.5%, Souls-like 14.4%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Action RPG 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

  46. #46 Beholgar 2
    61% matchMostly Positive78% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows

    The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.5%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Souls-like 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Gothic 10.2%

  47. #47 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
    60% matchVery Positive83% of 1,157 reviews2024
    Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.4%, Souls-like 16.4%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Action RPG 10.3%, Platformer 9%

  48. #48 Iria
    61% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Etamott
    Windows

    Join Iria, a brave princess who not only must face dangerous enemies and overcome challenging obstacles, but also has a very special mission: to make it to her own birthday on time! 🎂✨ In this action-adventure game, you'll combine dynamic combat, exploration of colorful environments.

    Why similar: Dragons 22.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16%, 3D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12%

  49. #49 Stargazer
    62% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: Emerald Wizard Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Jaxx Fury returns to his hometown as the last hope against the dark wizard Nachtengel. With bravery and determination, he must save his people and fulfill his destiny. Guided by Nala, navigate the cursed town's labyrinth and defeat Nachtengel. The town's fate depends on you!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.5%, Hack and Slash 17%, Metroidvania 17%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

  50. #50 A Handful of Dust
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BVS Studios
    Windows

    Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 18%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.2%

  51. #51 Tenebyss
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Max EmelyanovPub: Magnix Games
    Windows

    Tenebyss is a brutal souls-like extraction adventure game set in massive dystopian worlds. Fight alone or in co-op, dive into dangerous zones for loot, and escape before the world kills you. Explore beautiful ruined landscapes and uncover secrets worth dying for.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.8%, Metroidvania 14.7%, Dungeon Crawler 12.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Platformer 9.4%

  52. #52 Metamorphos
    63% matchVery Positive80% of 467 reviews2021
    Dev: Spicy Dice StudiosPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Take on the role of the temple’s guardian, awakened to cleanse the temple from an evil force corrupting it. Fight and dodge your way through a series of corrupted denizens, wildlife, and guardians to confront Nafaset, the Defiler, and restore the blessed oases.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.9%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Souls-like 20.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Third Person 6.8%

  53. #53 Dragon survival
    62% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Depth
    Windows

    Stranded on a mysterious island with a baby dragon, survive and grow stronger. Gather resources, build your base, and overcome trials left behind by ancient explorers. An open-world survival RPG blending exploration, crafting, combat, and dragon growth.

    Why similar: Souls-like 16.9%, 3D Platformer 14.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13.8%, Action RPG 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.8%

  54. #54 Brain Cell
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Skypunk
    Windows · Linux

    Brain Cell is a co-operative multiplayer adventure game. Play up to 4 players co-op to explore dungeons, complete puzzles, with twisting gravity physics. Explore huge worlds with friends. Work together to complete mind bending puzzles and defeat bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 15.4%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, 3D Platformer 12.7%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Action RPG 11%

  55. #55 Knights of the Kitchen Table
    63% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Knights of the Kitchen Table
    Windows

    Giant food monsters are attacking! As a Knight of the Kitchen Table, it is your sworn duty to defeat them in this action-adventure, hack-and-slash, souls-like game!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.2%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Souls-like 17.9%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

  56. #56 Catastrophe
    61% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Strange Monkey Studios
    Windows

    Catastrophe is survival horror dungeon crawler. Try not to get lost in the labyrinth as you choose to slay the dungeon's inhabitants or sneak past as many as you can.

    Why similar: Souls-like 17%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Dungeon Crawler 14.1%, Action RPG 11.7%

  57. #57 Kingless Dungeon
    60% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
    Dev: G3 Studio
    Windows

    《Kingless Dungeon》 is a 2D hack and slash platformer where you control the Shadow Prince, a warrior with no memory. Fight undead enemies, discover your skills, and explore this deep dungeons filled with traps and secrets. Can you reclaim your memories and escape?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.8%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 13%, Action 7.8%

  58. #58 Blood And Mead
    61% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lost Relic Games
    Windows · Mac

    Decimate deadly foes and formidable bosses, unlock and upgrade combat skills, drink mead and go full Berserker Mode! Join Ulric on a bloody, bone-crushing quest for revenge that will make him a legend.

    Why similar: Souls-like 19.3%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Action RPG 11.7%, Platformer 10.4%

  59. #59 Street's Disciple
    62% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2022
    Dev: Frog Invasion Games
    Windows

    A full on street fighter for a single player and multiplayer 3 on 3 versus CPU or controlled. You play as one of the 16 street disciple apostles to beat the evil master Super Hansoon and be master of the Streets Disciple's.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.8%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, 3D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 9.4%

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